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Bath & shower resealing (mastic) in Combe, Devon

Bath, shower and sink resealing with new mould-resistant silicone at your home in Combe, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.

  • Stained silicone
  • Silicone coming away from the tiles
  • Mould you cannot clean out
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath resealing near Combe

Landlords, agents and businesses in Combe

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.

Bath resealing in Combe without replacing anything

A reseal is a small job that makes a big difference. Clean, white joints make a bathroom look cared for, and they keep water out. Whether it’s black mould in the sealant and leaks at the edges, we can help.

Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.

Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath
Area
Combe (PL8, PL9)
Region
Devon
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quote
Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Resealing in Combe: why it matters

Putting new silicone over old doesn’t last. It soon peels, and traps mould underneath. A proper reseal removes the old first. Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Why book with us

  • Fixed prices from your photos
  • One price list for the whole UK
  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Everything repaired in place

Read our full price list.

What a repair cannot fix

In fairness, some problems need a different fix:

  • Water damage behind the bath that needs a builder
  • Loose tiles, which need refixing first
  • A flexing bath

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.

Materials we work on in Combe

  • Shower trays & enclosures
  • Basins & vanity units
  • Kitchen worktops & sinks
  • Baths
  • Wet rooms

Your questions about bath resealing in Combe

What do you need from me?

Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.

My seal keeps tearing. Why?

Something is moving. Persistent splitting can mean the support needs attention.

Is the work guaranteed?

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Can tenants book a repair?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.

What happens if you find more damage?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

What areas do you cover?

Across the UK, so Combe is covered. Prices don’t change with location.

When can I use the bath after resealing?

You will get the curing time from us.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

In most cases. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so mention it when you send pictures.

How the visit works

On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take about two hours for a bath. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. All the old sealant is cut out and removed.
  2. Next we clean the joint and deal with mould.
  3. We dry the joint thoroughly.
  4. We fill a bath with water before sealing so the gap is at its widest.
  5. We run a new bead of mould-resistant silicone and smooth it neatly, including around the taps.

Preparing for the visit

  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing

Getting a price

If you are in Combe and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Send pictures for a quote

Advice

What we are called out for in Combe

Even good sealant eventually discolours particularly in a well-used bathroom. Steam, soap and movement all wear it down.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • Black spots in the silicone
  • A messy previous reseal
  • Discoloured, yellow sealant
  • Damp near the bath

Questions to ask before you book

  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • What prep work is covered
  • When it can be used again

Our hiring checklist

Aftercare tips

Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:

  • Don’t stand toiletries on the seal
  • Dry the seal after bathing
  • Let steam out after showers
  • Clean the sealant gently and regularly

Keep the room well ventilated, and dry the joints after bathing to keep mould away.

Damp below or loose tiles need checking quickly. There may be more going on, so we’ll tell you if it needs a builder or plumber.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Shower trays

Trays are sealed with weight on them, so the joint is at its widest.

Baths

Baths are resealed with water in them, to open the joint fully.

About Combe

Combe is about 4 miles south-east of Lipson, in Devon. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. We cover 586 places across Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.

We work across PL8 and PL9 and the streets around it. From Lodge Lane, Combe Lane and Orchard Road or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Combe sits on or near the A379, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover include Brixton (1 mile east), Elburton (1 mile north-west), Sherford (1 mile north), Hollacombe (1 mile south-west) and Plymstock (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Tavistock (14 miles north), Ivybridge (6 miles north-east), Kingsbridge (13 miles east), Salcombe (14 miles south-east), Buckfastleigh (15 miles north-east) and South Brent (11 miles north-east).

Near you in Combe

Typical jobs here are in homes near Foxhound pub, Church of St Mary and Plymstock Library. Also close by are Coombe Dean School (1.4 miles west) and St Mary's Church of England Primary School (0.5 miles east). The closest station to Combe is Plymouth station, about 4.6 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Mount Gould Hospital and Local Care Centre (3.5 miles north-west) and Plymouth Castle (4 miles west).

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Prices and what affects them

Each job gets its own fixed price. These are the things that affect it:

  • How hard the colour is to match
  • What kind of damage it is
  • Access to the area
  • How many areas need work

The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.

Send photos for a quote

Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:

  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • A wider photo showing the whole bath or shower
  • The material, if you know it

A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower, include your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

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